May Theme | Listening

Our monthly theme episodes give us a chance to focus on a theme and then extend that as an opportunity to see how that can play out in our life and all the relationships that surround us.  It is important for me that we dive into our story often to not only see where God has brought us but also continue learning and growing in empathy. In this episode, we are going to talk about listening and how I learned why that is so important, as I had the pleasure of chaperoning 45 High Schoolers, not just once but four different occasions. I can't wait for you to hear about it.

My words I shared with the students:

Every time I sat in the audience I was mesmerized the musicality of every note, your teamwork, effort, every dance move, and your commitment of so many countless hours. It was pure joy to watch everything come together.  Even though the end is near on this inaugural season, don't give up on those remarkable gifts each of you have.

I am so proud of each one of you. Not just for your talents, but because of the amazing humans you are.  The way you cheered each other on, were supportive friends, the laughter through crazy long bus rides, and extending kindness even when no one was looking.

Most importantly, I hope you know the impact you made each time you took the stage. You don't know who was in the audience that day or even standing next to you that needed to reminded of the hope in your words...to not give up ...and that you are loved. It made a difference.

Continue to take this whole experience with you and know you are more than enough just as you are right in this moment. And whenever you feel like your world is loosing it's mind, let us keep creating more moments like this one.

Signed a parent who lives vicariously through you,

Mrs. Edie's mom

• For the Lord watches over the righteous, and His ears are attuned to their prayers. (1 Peter 3:12).

• “In my time of need, I called to the Eternal; I begged my True God for help.He heard my voice echo up to His temple, and my cry came to His ears.(Psalm 18:6)

Reflection Questions 1. Who was someone that listened to you when you needed it the most?

2. Who is someone you know that maybe needs a listening ear - not to fix them but to just know they matter.

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Keywords: Listening, Story matters, Friendship, Relationship, Parenting, Conversations